In part 2 of our megilla reading podcast we discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and whether women may read for herself and others.

Read all the sources here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/

In this episode we discuss the nature of women's obligation in megilla reading and the brachot recited. Part 2 will discuss who constitutes a quorum for megilla reading, and who a woman may read for.

Read more in our article here: https://www.deracheha.org/megilla-reading/

In this episode we dicuss women and tefilla be-tzibbur. Specifically, what is the nature of communal prayer? What is the role of Shaliach Tzibbur, and who can fill it? What is the significance of women's participation?

Click here for the full article: https://www.deracheha.org/tefilla-be-tzibbur/

This episode was dedicated in memory of Michael ben Yosef Halevi Lebenbaum

In this episode we address some fundamental questions about minyan.

What is a minyan and what is it for? Who does and doesn't count toward a minyan, and why?

To read all the sources mentions in this podcast, head to https://www.deracheha.org/minyan/

In this short episode, Rachel goes behind the scenes with Laurie to discuss Deracheha's most recent article on menstruation and Shabbat. Learn what made writing this article so challenging, what surprised Laurie as she was writing it, and what's next on Deracheha's to-do list.

To read the article, click here: www.deracheha.org/menstruation-and-shabbat/

Deracheha's Rachel Weber Leshaw spoke to Brhan Worku about the Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd. Brhan talked about the meaning of Sigd, her family's journey from Ethiopia, cultural differences between Ethiopian and Israeli society, and whether non-Ethiopian Jews should celebrate Sigd too. Speaking engagements for Brhan can be arranged through storiesofisrael.com

What are the the mitzvot and customs of Erev Yom Kippur? Why are they significant? How do they apply to women?

Full article here: www.deracheha.org/erev-yom-kippur/

Tefilla Zakah adapted for women here: https://www.kipa.co.il/userFiles/zaka_yomKipur.pdf

In this espisode we discuss Selicht - what are Selichot? Are women obligated to recite them? Do they require a minyan?

Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/selichot/

Rav Ezra Bick's commentary on the Yud Gimmel Middot - https://www.etzion.org.il/en/series/understanding-13-middot-en

All Deracheha's Elul content available here: https://www.deracheha.org/elul-tishrei/

In this episode we address the halacha of keli gever - what is a man's article, a keli gever? What is the prohibition of a woman's wearing one? How does intent affect this halacha?

Read the full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/dress-4-keli-gever/

In this special Pre-Tish'a Be-Av episode we talk to Dr. Yael Ziegler about her new book "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World" and her experience writing on such a seemingly sad topic. We also discuss her new appointment as Rosh Beit Midrash of Matan, and her career path until today.

Buy the book here: https://korenpub.com/products/lamentations-faith-in-a-turbulent-world